Introduction to companion planting & organic gardening -- Getting our garden started -- Companion garden plans -- Soil : creating the foundation -- Watering : nurturing the growing environment -- Pest and disease management -- Calling in the troops (attracting beneficial insects) -- Weed management -- Vegetable reference.
Summary
"Organic gardeners have known for years that planting the right plants together is the key to minimizing pests, improving soil quality, and increasing the yield of their gardens, and almost any vegetable you can grow likely has a beneficial companion. Companion planting is the ideal way to avoid using chemicals, while still increasing the efficiency of your garden. Expert organic gardener Brian Lowell will teach you how to use plants to create a beautiful, vibrant vegetable garden that will be free of toxic chemicals"--